CDL Truck Driver-Swing Route, Home Daily, PTO

Rochester, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $25.00 - $33.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid vacation

Job Description

WM, formerly known as Waste Management, is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America. As a stable and reliable company, WM offers essential and meaningful work opportunities that go beyond just earning a paycheck. WM emphasizes creating opportunities for their employees and their families, encouraging growth and development with annual education assistance benefits. The company invests heavily in its workforce by providing excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more. WM prides itself on a supportive and inclusive work environment where team members feel valued and motivated to contribute to the company’s success. With a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, WM ensures that every role is vital to delivering quality services to residential, commercial, and construction customers.

This particular role involves safely operating heavy-duty trucks to carry out assigned duties on swing routes across various environments, including residential, commercial, and construction settings. The job’s core focus is on driving commercial vehicles while adhering to all safety regulations such as OSHA and DOT standards, along with company policies for maintaining clean and safe fleets. Drivers are expected to conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, reporting any issues for resolution to maintain the highest standards of safety and reliability. Communication and cooperation with Route Managers and Dispatchers are key elements of the role to ensure route efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include handling customer requests, maintaining vehicle safety, managing operational documentation, and following established service machine protocols to address any obstacles encountered during routes. Employees are empowered to report unsafe situations immediately and participate actively in ongoing training and meetings to enhance skills and performance. This on-site position offers a competitive base salary range of $25.00 to $33.00 per hour, with specific compensation influenced by relevant experience, education, and qualifications. An employee working at WM will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and life insurance, paid time off, and stock purchase plans. Overall, this role is ideal for candidates seeking a rewarding, stable career with opportunities for long-term growth in a reputable and supportive company environment.

Job Requirements

Two years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last seven years
Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
Successfully complete pre-employment screening including drug screen and physical
CDL-Class B

Job Qualifications

Two years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last seven years
Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
Successfully complete pre-employment screening including drug screen and physical
CDL-Class B
High school diploma or G.E.D (preferred)

Job Duties

Operate vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and company expectations for the fleet
Maintain a clean and safe vehicle
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR
Note all issues on DVIR form for corrective review or repair
Immediately report any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service
Participate and cooperate in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager
Work closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts
Perform all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed
Notify Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage
Notify Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route
Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager
Completely dump all containers and leave the customer’s location clean and free of debris
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed
Position containers on the customer’s property ensuring lids are properly replaced, containers upright, and no blockage of driveway entrances or traffic
Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete all documentation at the end of the route